Nick Burdi To Return On Friday

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said relief pitcher Nick Burdi (hip) is expected to come off the injured list and rejoin the bullpen on Friday for the start of a series in Tampa against the Rays. Burdi was put on the injured list on April 19 with right-hip inflammation but is now ready to... Read More

Kyle Freeland Plays Catch Thursday

Colorado Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland (elbow) felt good after playing catch on Thursday, according to manager Bud Black, and he will continue to build up his left arm with a throwing program. Freeland went on the 15-day injured list on April 19 (retroactive to April 16) for a left-elbow strain and is trying to work... Read More

Willson Contreras Hoping To Return By All-Star Break

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras (forearm) underwent successful surgery on Wednesday on his fractured left forearm and he's hoping to return by the All-Star break. Manager Oliver Marmol said that Contreras will likely be out for 10 weeks. The 31-year-old All-Star backstop was hit by a swing from New York Mets designated hitter J.D.... Read More

Rams Looking To Keep Kyren Williams Fresh in 2024

The Los Angeles Rams surprisingly selected Michigan running back Blake Corum in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft despite breakout star Kyren Williams racking up 1,350 total yards and 15 touchdowns in 2023. In a media availability, general manager Les Snead said that the decision to draft Corum was related to keeping Williams... Read More

Robert Gasser To Make First Big-League Start On Friday

Milwaukee Brewers pitching prospect Robert Gasser is expected to be called up from Triple-A Nashville in order to make his first major-league start on Friday against the visiting St. Louis Cardinals in his MLB debut. The club's No. 5 prospect, per MLB Pipeline, will be available for the spot start with right-hander Freddy Peralta serving... Read More

Cole Irvin - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 7)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 23% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Cole Irvin has been dominant lately and is worth adding in 12-team or deeper leagues. Irvin got off to a slow start, allowing nine earned runs across his first two outings. Then, he bounced back in a big way... Read More

Bryan Woo To Make Season Debut On Friday

Seattle Mariners right-hander Bryan Woo (elbow) will come off the injured list to make his 2024 debut on Friday against the Oakland Athletics at home. While the A's offense has certainly heated up recently, it's still a plus matchup for Woo's first big-league start of the year. The 24-year-old has been on the injured list... Read More

Wenceel Perez - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 7)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 15+ Team Five-Outfielder Leagues/AL-Only ROSTERED IN: 10% of Leagues ANALYSIS: Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Wenceel Perez has recently taken over center field duties and has not looked back. Over his first 21 major league games, the 24-year-old Perez has demonstrated his potential with a .286/.366/.508 line, including three home runs and... Read More

Josh Rojas - Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 7)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Leagues ROSTERED IN: 20% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  Josh Rojas has been on fire recently for the Seattle Mariners, stepping up to the plate in the leadoff spot with J.P. Crawford (oblique) on the injured list. With his recent performance, Rojas has proven himself a valuable addition to any fantasy... Read More

Taliese Fuaga Inks Rookie Deal With Saints

The New Orleans Saints signed No. 14 overall pick Taliese Fuaga to his rookie deal on Thursday, according to NFL insider Ari Meirov. The first-round offensive tackle inked a fully guaranteed four-year deal worth $17.3 million. His contract includes a $9.4 million signing bonus and a fifth-year option. Pro Bowl right tackle Ryan Ramczyk (knee)... Read More

James Wood - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 7)

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12+ Team Five-Outfielder Leagues ROSTERED IN: 20% of Leagues ANALYSIS: The No. 2 prospect in the Washington Nationals system has been tearing up Triple-A this season and is closing in on his major league debut. James Wood has a .339/.444/.529 line with four long balls, eight stolen bases, and 14 RBI... Read More

Paul Goldschmidt On The Bench Thursday

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Paul Goldschmidt remains out of the starting lineup on Thursday against the Milwaukee Brewers. Goldschmidt was scheduled to sit out Wednesday's series finale against the New York Mets on Wednesday before the game was rained out, so the Cardinals have just elected to give the struggling Goldy another day off.... Read More

Jackson Holliday - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Waiver Wire Pickups (Week 7)

BALLER MOVE: Add in all Leagues ROSTERED IN: 50% of Leagues ANALYSIS:  The top prospect in baseball was promoted to the major leagues on April 10. However, during his small 10-game debut, the 20-year-old posted a disappointing .059/.111/.059 line, which eventually resulted in his demotion back down to Triple-A. However, the former No. 1 pick... Read More

Guardians Acquire Darren McCaughan From Marlins

The Cleveland Guardians acquired right-hander Darren McCaughan from the Miami Marlins on Thursday in exchange for cash considerations. The move comes after the Marlins designated McCaughan for assignment after he allowed eight earned runs on nine hits (three home runs) while walking three and striking out only two in 4 2/3 innings against the Oakland... Read More

Gavin Williams Moved To 60-Day Injured List

The Cleveland Guardians transferred right-hander Gavin Williams (elbow) to the 60-day injured list on Thursday to make room on the 40-man roster for right-hander Darren McCaughan, who was acquired in a trade. Williams resumed throwing a week ago while recovering from a right-elbow injury, but he still has a ways to go before he's an... Read More